E) • OrdinancesCity of New Braunfels (Comal County)

Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3,5,6, and of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges; revise drought stage destinations

Presented in: City of New Braunfels City Council - August 24, 2026 on 2026-08-24

Official Roll-Call Vote

Expands Gov't • 6.6/10 Impact Weight

PASSED (2 - 0)

“Motion to approved Item #E): Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3,5,6, and of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and ”

Toni Carter

Councilmember, District 1 (District 1)

YES

Michael Capizzi

Councilmember, District 2 (District 2)

YES

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

Discuss and consider the second and final reading of an ordinance amending Chapter 130, Article IV, Divisions 3,5,6, and of the City’s Code of Ordinances to adjust residential and landscape irrigation drought surcharges; revise drought stage destinations and triggers; clarify definitions and related provisions; repeal conflicting ordinance; provide a savings clause; and establish an effective date.

Bastiat Liberty & Property Rights Analysis

This motion is scored as EXPANDS_GOVERNMENT (Impact Weight: 6.6/10). Under the Bastiat Liberty Watchdog Index, measures that increase tax rates or fee schedules, issue new debt or Certificates of Obligation, expand regulatory/zoning restrictions on private land use, or authorize unbudgeted spending expansions reduce an official's Freedom Score when voted YES (and reward dissenting NO votes).